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Want gorgeous, lasting results, every time? Then school up on our semi permanent makeup aftercare essentials. From tips on keeping skin calm and clean, to tricks to boosting healing, our experts are unanimous – the magic of the makeover is all about caring for skin post-procedure.
Here are some side-effects our clients commonly experience after treatment, usually in the first 4 days or so. They're a sign that the skin is healing. You can use a disposable cold pack to ease symptoms.
Take care to avoid the following for at least 2 weeks after treatment:
Below are some common side-effects you may experience in the first four days or so following your semi permanent eye liner treatment. They show your skin is healing. You can use a disposable cold pack to ease symptoms.
Take care to avoid the following for at least two weeks after treatment:
You might experience these typical side-effects in the first four days or so after treatment. They indicate that the skin is healing. You can use a disposable cold pack to ease symptoms.
Take care to avoid the following for at least two weeks after treatment:
Healing usually takes around 14 days, but everyone's different and this is just a guide. Aftercare is partly about helping skin heal, so if you've been coping with stress, illness or poor diet around the time of your procedure, it might slow down how quickly your skin recovers. If this is the case, just say, and we'll factor in a little extra time, just for you.
If you occasionally get cold sores (the herpes simplex virus), one may pop up after treatment, so we recommend using your usual cold sore cream (as directed on the packaging) for the first week of healing. Alternatively, you can get a prescription for oral prevention from your doctor.
It's also a good idea to keep your skin sun-safe and protected from ageing UV rays while out and about, especially as they can cause results to fade early. Many beauty products have built-in SPF, but if you’re in any doubt, let us know and we can recommend something that suits your skin type.
Finally, smoking could affect your results, as it slows down healing and can dry out the skin. We suggest drinking plenty of water, too, particularly as hydrated skin can recover faster.
In our experience, this is a rare situation, and it's all thanks to our experience, the tools and techniques we use, and our solid aftercare advice. If you are concerned at any point, get in touch, and we’ll do our best to help put things right.
Remember, your chosen colour will be stronger and more sharply defined for several days after application, but will soften and lighten as your skin heals:
You’ll also need to attend a follow-up appointment in each case, to correct any colour unevenness which naturally occurs*.
We know that lots of our clients want it to be our little beauty secret – so we won't tell if you don't! But please bear in mind that it depends on the type of look you're going for and what type of makeup you choose. If you want something discreet and natural, say no more – our lips are sealed!
If you're planning a chemical peel, laser or IPL treatment, MRI scan or eye surgery after your treatment, please talk to your doctor before going ahead. Also, please talk to the National Blood Service if you donate blood, as you may not be able to do this for a few months after your treatment.
* Terms & conditions. The cost of this appointment is included in the initial treatment cost, however if you don’t attend your scheduled control appointment, you’ll be charged for any further treatment. If you need to cancel for any reason, you must give us 48 hours’ notice.
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